Lai Heen

Considered among the finest Cantonese restaurants in Guangzhou, the wellspring of Cantonese culture, Lai Heen offers fine Cantonese dining experiences in an unforgettable, traditionally-styled atmosphere. Beyond the main dining room, take refuge in eight semi-private and six private dining rooms. Enjoy contemporary inspirations alongside classic dishes—the recipes for which can be thousands of years old—all prepared under the watchful eye of Chinese Chef de Cuisine and expertly paired course-by-course with fine teas and wines.

Chef Gordon’s Natural•Lai Heen“There is no better way to acquire food ingredients than collecting by yourself in the wild,” according to Gordon Guo, the newly appointed Executive Chinese Chef at Lai Heen. To show off his food philosophy, Chef Gordon has created a menu that utilizes unique, carefully selected ingredients to offer a fresh dining experience.

Dates: AprilPrice: From RMB 98 per dish

Canton Fair Cantonese MenuTaste dishes made with the Tree of Heaven throughout the Canton Fair. Also known as the ailanthus, traditional Chinese medicine preachers believe this tree has significant health benefits. In-house guests can enjoy 15 percent savings upon presenting room card during the Canton Fair.

Dates: AprilPrice: From RMB 88 per dish

Hot Stone FishOrder this sizzling item and experience a show with your dinner. Sliced fresh fish is cooked table side using a hot stone, delivering tantalizing aromas and a gastronomic experience.

Dates: MayPrice: From RMB 238 per dish

Mother’s DayLet us reward your beloved mama at Lai Heen. Indulge in a matriarchal eight-course set menu, including complimentary double-boiled bird’s nest soup for each diner.

Date: May 10Price: RMB 688 per person for an eight-course set menu

Dragon Boat FestivalOne of the year’s most colorful holidays, Dragon Boat Festival is largely famous for two things: rice-stuffed zongzi and the racing of specially crafted vessels. Devour the former with family or close friends as part of a menu boasting all of the holiday’s most popular traditional dishes.

Date: June 20Price: RMB 3,688 per set ( 6 to 8 people )

Father’s Day MenuFrolic with fruits of the sea this Father’s Day, including such delicacies as sea cucumbers and oysters. A wide choice of seafood will be available to celebrate dads around the city, paired with a complimentary bottle of house red wine per table to complete the special occasion.

Date: June 21Price: From RMB 108 per dish

Melon Feast in summertimeDive into a bounty of gourds, luffas and melons this June when Lai Heen will be cooking up a storm with fruits such as pumpkin and winter melon.

Dates: JunePrice: From RMB 108 per dish

*All prices are subject to a 15 percent service charge. Advance booking is required. Terms and conditions apply. For reservation or more information, please call (86 20) 3813 6888 or email to restaurant.reservation@ritzcarlton.com